Wonderboy (1994)
A reluctant boxer is the focus of this unique French romance. Maurice dreams of becoming a violinist. But his father, a former boxing champion crippled by his bouts, has other dreams for his pudgy but strong 18 year old son. He wants Maurice to become the next Champ. Concerned about his son's lack of machismo, the father arranges a tryst between Maurice and Nora, an aging femme fatale. Unfortunately Nora's jealous husband suddenly interrupts their romantic interlude. Maurice accidently kills the husband in the ensuing scuffle. United by the tragedy, Nora and Maurice eventually fall in love. Maurice is then inspired to become a great fighter.
Director: Paul Vecchiali
Genre: Crime
Runtime: 117 min
Release Date: November 30, 1994
Cast
- Fabienne Babe - Nora Mouche
- Sam Djob - Maurice Maïeux
- Kader Boukhanef - Philippe Raclan
- Rüdiger Vogler - Rudy Faraguss
Screenplay
- Frederick Leroy (Novel)
- Paul Vecchiali (Scenario Writer)
- Paul Vecchiali (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Georges Strouvé
Editing: Paul Vecchiali
Production: SFP, Ultramarine, Diagonale
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Paul Vecchiali
More Films in Genre: Crime
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Wonderboy about?
- A reluctant boxer is the focus of this unique French romance. Maurice dreams of becoming a violinist. But his father, a former boxing champion crippled by his bouts, has other dreams for his pudgy but strong 18 year old son. He wants Maurice to become the next Champ. Concerned about his son's lack of machismo, the father arranges a tryst between Maurice and Nora, an aging femme fatale. Unfortunately Nora's jealous husband suddenly interrupts their romantic interlude. Maurice accidently kills the husband in the ensuing scuffle. United by the tragedy, Nora and Maurice eventually fall in love. Maurice is then inspired to become a great fighter.
- Who directed Wonderboy?
- Wonderboy was directed by Paul Vecchiali.
- Who stars in Wonderboy?
- Wonderboy stars Fabienne Babe, Sam Djob, Kader Boukhanef, Rüdiger Vogler.
- How long is Wonderboy?
- Wonderboy has a runtime of 1h 57m (117 minutes).
- What genre is Wonderboy?
- Wonderboy is a Crime film.
- Where was Wonderboy produced?
- Wonderboy was produced in France.